Impactful Programme Lead - School Inclusivity & PE Networks

ICF; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Dental insurance

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Group Income Protection

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

ICF is leading the design and continuous improvement of a school-facing network programme that strengthens inclusivity, PE, play and physical activity. The role connects evidence, professional practice and the experiences of schools and young people to practical resources, training and peer learning that schools can apply in their settings.

The role ensures accessible support, sharing solutions to common challenges and building lasting confidence and capability while collaborating with partners

Qualifications

• Significant experience in education, school sport, PE, enrichment, youth development or school improvement programmes.
• Ability to analyse research, feedback and monitoring information and turn findings into practical solutions.
• Strong facilitation, relationship management and influencing skills across schools, partners and national bodies.

Responsibilities

• Support development of the programme model, delivery plan and QA approach for school and practitioner support.
• Convene communities of practice and learning networks to test, adapt and share effective approaches.
• Collate and disseminate sector toolkits, guidance, self-assessment tools, training and digital resources.
• Gather insights from schools, pupils and sector specialists and translate into practical improvements.
• Manage delivery partners, subject matter experts and programme staff with clear briefs and milestones.
• Monitor reach, engagement, inclusion and outcomes; present findings to funders and senior leaders.
• Ensure children's voices, accessibility and safeguarding are embedded throughout design and delivery.

Skills

Education experience

Facilitation

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Staff management

Job description

ICF is leading the design and continuous improvement of a school-facing network programme that strengthens inclusivity, PE, play and physical activity. The role connects evidence, professional practice and the experiences of schools and young people to practical resources, training and peer learning that schools can apply in their settings.

The role ensures accessible support, sharing solutions to common challenges and building lasting confidence and capability while collaborating with partners